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4.If possible, avoid completely emptying the spray tank. Should the tank become empty, DISENGAGE the pump IMMEDIATELY to avoid the possibility of damage by running dry.
NOTE: The output of the sprayer with the pump running will be higher than with no pump. See section 6.1 for full details.
4.3.Operation of Sprayer with Filling Pump
This section applies only to sprayers fitted with the optional pump and suction filling facility.
1.Pour about 0.5 litre of chemical into the tank and close the cap. This is only necessary before the first filling.
2.Ensure that the pump lever is DISENGAGED.
3.Set the valve lever to the FILL position (see Fig. 2).
4.Start the engine (see section 4.1) and put the sprayer on the operator's shoulders.
5.Place the foot valve of the suction hose into the chemical container. Check that there are no air bubbles in the suction hose.
6.Set the engine throttle to
7.ENGAGE the pump lever to draw chemical up the suction hose and into the tank.
8.When sufficient chemical is in the tank, DISENGAGE the pump, set the throttle to idle and move the valve lever to the BOOST position.
9.After spraying, use the filling pump to draw 2 – 3 litres of clean water or solvent into the tank. This liquid should be sprayed through the sprayhead to clean the system. Only spray this cleaning liquid onto the crop or in the sprayed area. DO NOT CONTAMINATE AN
5. HEALTH AND SAFETY
The AU8000 sprayer must be used by a qualified operator in accordance with the recommendations and statutory requirements for the use of sprayers and the chemical being sprayed.
These requirements will be set out in the applicable local legislation and in the label of the chemical.
In the United Kingdom, the precautions and regulations concerning the use of pesticides and sprayers are defined in the Code of Practice for the Use of Pesticides on Farms and Holdings (Published by HMSO for the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food and the Health and Safety Commission).
The use of pesticides and sprayers are subject to legislation or codes of practice in most other countries. It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that these are read, understood and complied with.